Sheet 1 of figures for Chinese shadow puppets 1859

This 1859 print by Juan Llorens, titled "Sheet 1 of figures for Chinese shadow puppets," features a collection of silhouettes of figures for creating shadow puppets. The image depicts a diverse range of figures from street vendors to musicians, each with a distinct pose and characteristic. The artist, working in Barcelona, Spain, used a simple black-and-white aesthetic, emphasizing the outline of the figures against a light background, creating an effect suitable for shadow puppetry. This artwork offers a glimpse into the world of traditional puppetry and the rich cultural traditions of Spain during the mid-19th century.